A paradise among olive trees

A paradise among olive trees

On the rolling hills of the Black Rooster area, in the very heart of Chianti, between Radda, Castellina and Vagliagli sits Pornanino, a lovingly restored biological olive oil estate surrounded by 36 hectares of olive groves and wooded hills. The rivers Arbia and Serchio mark the boundaries.

The owner’s Franco and Lia are part of a group of newly formed farmers who came from major European and Italian cities in search of a slower-paced lifestyle where basic values of life are emphasised in everyday living. Their daughter Francesca and son-in-law Matteo have now taken on the role of cultivators and producers of the top-quality biological extra virgin olive oil with great passion, and Matteo now conducts the presentation and tasting of the oil, with Francesca who also occupies herself with the guests.

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A paradise among olive trees

A paradise among olive trees

On the rolling hills of the Black Rooster area, in the very heart of Chianti, between Radda, Castellina and Vagliagli sits Pornanino, a lovingly restored biological olive oil estate surrounded by 36 hectares of olive groves and wooded hills. The rivers Arbia and Serchio mark the boundaries.

The owner’s Franco and Lia were a part of a group of neo farmers (and friends) who came from major European and Italian cities in search of a slower-paced lifestyle where basic values of life are emphasised in everyday living. Their daughter Francesca and son-in-law Matteo have now taken on the role of cultivators and producers of the top-quality biological extra virgin olive oil with great passion, and Matteo now conducts the presentation and tasting of the oil, with Francesca who also occupies herself with the guests.

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A main house and two stone built barns carefully restored.

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minutes drive from shops and restaurants

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and more places of interest around

Gelso, Capannino and Leccino cottages, renovated to excellent standards have been appointed with the same warm style as our own homes, with antique furniture enhancing beamed ceilings and cotto floors.

Situated in a panoramic position, ten minutes drive from the famous Chianti medieval town of Radda in Chianti.

Cottages

The main house and two stone built barns, Capannino and Leccino cottages, have been renovated to excellent standards and appointed with the same warm style as our own homes, with antique furniture enhancing beamed ceilings and cotto floors.

Olive Oil

As totally committed and enthusiastic producers, the Lombardi family takes great pride in the quality of their extra virgin olive oil. We care for our olive trees ourselves, hand harvest the olives and cold press them within hours in our own stone mill.

Surroundings

Situated in a panoramic position, Pornanino can be located close to Radda in Chianti. A splendid hill-top little town with cobbled streets and a good choice of restaurants and bars. Nearby, one can visit Siena, Florence Castellina, Gaiole and many other places of interest.

Fantastic...again!

This was our third stay at Pornanino and it did not disappoint. Francesca and Matteo were once again the perfect hosts and couldn't do enough to make our stay as enjoyable as possible. The cottages are very well equipped and the location is to die for...
(Mark S.- UK)